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IN HB1029
Bill
Status
1/5/2016
Primary Sponsor
Ronald Bacon
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AI Summary
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Requires freight train operators to maintain a minimum crew size of at least two individuals who meet all applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
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Exempts operation of trains or light engines by engine hostlers or utility employees from the minimum crew requirement.
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Establishes escalating civil penalties for violations: $500 for first violation, $2,000 for second violation within 3 years, and $7,500 for third or subsequent violations within 3 years of preceding violation.
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Directs all civil penalties collected from violations to be deposited into the industrial rail service fund for loans, grants, and operating expenses.
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Effective July 1, 2016.
Legislative Description
Minimum crew size. Provides that the crew of a freight train must consist of at least two individuals. Imposes penalties for violations of the minimum crew requirement. Deposits the penalties in the industrial rail service fund.
Last Action
Representative Goodin removed as coauthor
2/23/2016